Waterfall Hikes Near Hanscom AFB, MA

1,784 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hanscom AFB? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hanscom AFB. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 42.4582°N, -71.2793°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hanscom AFB

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

5 of 17 waterfalls near Hanscom AFB are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Moderate Woonsocket Falls Moderate Danforth Falls Low Doane Falls Low Spirit Falls Low Garvin Falls Strong Greggs Falls Low Hampton Falls Moderate Packers Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Strong Purgatory Falls Strong Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Moderate Steeles Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 75°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Lab 76°F Sunny Best
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 80°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hanscom AFB

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Packers Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Steeles Falls Roaring · 105 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Purgatory Falls Strong · 19 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Pawtucket Falls Strong · 196 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Woonsocket Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 74th percentile
  6. 6 Albion Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hanscom AFB (4 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

40.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

23.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hanscom AFB (8 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Hanscom AFB

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

36.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

40.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

23.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

23 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

22.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

The Cascade

22.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

43.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

17.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

34.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

41.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Greggs Falls

44.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

49.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

47.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

35.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

36.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hanscom AFB

Are there free waterfalls near Hanscom AFB?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Hanscom AFB, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hanscom AFB?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Hanscom AFB, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hanscom AFB?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hanscom AFB, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hanscom AFB?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hanscom AFB, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hanscom AFB?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hanscom AFB is Albion Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hanscom AFB?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Hanscom AFB have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hanscom AFB?

The closest waterfall to Hanscom AFB is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 11.4 miles away.

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